Delta County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 12,502.
The median annual property tax in Delta County is $1,658, which is 21% lower than the Michigan state average and 14% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $146,800. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,658
-21% vs State
-14% vs US
Median Home Value
$146,800
-19% vs State
-31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.13%
-3% vs State
+19% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,769
$147/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,535
$128/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,658 -0.5% | 1.13% |
| 2022 | $1,666 +4.5% | 1.20% |
| 2021 | $1,595 +3.6% | 1.31% |
| 2020 | $1,540 -1.3% | 1.33% |
| 2019 | $1,560 | 1.36% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,829
per year
Monthly Tax
$138
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Kent County
Tax: $3,028/yr Rate: 1.14%
Mason County
Tax: $2,203/yr Rate: 1.11%
Ottawa County
Tax: $3,078/yr Rate: 1.06%
Clare County
Tax: $1,387/yr Rate: 1.18%
Ontonagon County
Tax: $1,244/yr Rate: 1.23%
Kalkaska County
Tax: $1,545/yr Rate: 0.89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Delta County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Delta County is $1,658 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $146,800.
How does Delta County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Delta County are 14% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.13% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Delta County? ▼
In Delta County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,769 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,535. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Delta County? ▼
Property taxes in Delta County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $54,829. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.